Coastal storm warning: today through Sunday

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Boston issues coastal-storm warning for Friday through Sunday

Mayor Michelle Wu has issued a coastal storm warning for Boston from Friday through Sunday, with the strongest conditions expected Friday evening into Saturday. The rare September nor'easter could bring two to four inches of rain, damaging winds, and coastal flooding. Residents are encouraged to sign up for AlertBoston and stay indoors during the storm's peak.

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City Council civil-rights hearing opens public testimony Friday

City Council Committee on Civil Rights, Racial Equity, and Immigrant Advancement holds a public hearing on Docket 0299 at Boston City Hall at 10 a.m. Residents may testify in person or virtually.

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Roxbury teen night returns to the Dewitt Center Friday

Madison Park Development Corporation hosts free weekly Teen Night at the Dewitt Center, 122 Dewitt Drive, from 5 to 7 p.m., with games, workshops, open-mic and community activities.

Madison Park Development Corporation

Roxbury venue offers candle-making class Friday evening

Instructor Neemah leads a hands-on candle-making class at Long Live Roxbury, 152 Hampden St., from 7 to 9 p.m.

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Cubs visit Red Sox at Fenway Park Friday

The Chicago Cubs play the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Game times vary; verify before attending.

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Armed Suspect Nearly Runs Down Officers with his Car while Attempting to Flee from Traffic Stop in Mattapan

Boston police arrested Hericles De Pina after he nearly ran down officers while fleeing a traffic stop in Mattapan Wednesday evening. A loaded firearm was recovered.

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